Does Microsoft’s Performance Policy Signal a Global Shift in Company Culture?
Microsoft’s new performance policy aims to identify low performers more efficiently and give them the chance to improve or quit. ...
Let’s Work On Active Employee Retention, Even If Workers Aren’t Quitting in 2025
Employee retention should continue being a priority, despite workers claiming they don’t plan on quitting in the next 6 months. ...
Intel Layoffs in 2025: Around 21,000 Employees May Be On Their Way Out
The Intel layoffs in 2025 are expected to affect 20 percent of employees. Are tariffs to blame or just another cost-cutting strategy? ...
No Pay Transparency? Gen Z Might Ghost Secretive Employers
Gen Z workers are ghosting employers over the lack of pay transparency and they may be right—employers need to get comfortable with disclosure. ...
Which States Are Raising Minimum Wages in 2025? What You Need to Know
Multiple US states are raising the minimum wage in 2025—some have already made the upgrade based on legislation or the CPI. ...
A $14M Hyundai Alabama Wellness Center Reprioritizes Employee Health
The new Hyundai Alabama wellness center showcases the importance of prioritizing employee health benefits this year. ...
US Manufacturing Jobs and Gen Z Workers—Can Common Ground Be Found?
Millions of manufacturing jobs may be coming to America but Gen Z workers are not interested, despite recent switch to blue-collar work. ...
HR Analytics and Data Privacy: Balancing HR Data Needs with Employee Interests
The relationship between HR analytics and data privacy deserves more attention as we grow more reliant on automated tools every day. ...
CFPB Layoffs Will Eliminate 90% of Its Workforce Within 24 Hours
The CFPB layoffs will eliminate 1,500 workers immediately, bringing the staff numbers down from 1,800 to 200. ...
Layoffs at Google in 2025: Are Voluntary Buyouts an Effective Solution?
The layoffs at Google will affect the Android, Pixel, and Chrome teams after voluntary buyouts were insufficient in bringing down numbers. ...
Is Delegation the Ultimate Leadership Skill? Everything Leaders Need to Know
Delegation is an essential leadership skill that could be the solution to preventing burnout among rising leaders. ...
Rising Fear of Unemployment Is A Challenge HR Leaders Need To Address
The fear of unemployment has jumped to pandemic levels, and organizations need to do more to support and reassure employees. ...
SSA Anti-Fraud Measures 2025: Social Security Changes Are Now in Effect
The new SSA anti-fraud measures still allow Social Security claims over the telephone, but some changes require an in-person appearance. ...
Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors Cut Down from $15 in 2025
Minimum wage for federal contractors has been reduced back down to $13.30 per hour, and employers will soon make related adjustments. ...
What Can HR Learn from the Philippines’ 13th Month Pay Regulation?
Many regions around the world, like the Philippines, offer 13th month pay to employees. What can we learn from this system? ...
Improving Hiring Efficiency in 2025: What Do You Need to Do?
Improving hiring efficiency is easier than ever before with the technology available today, but HR teams need to start by assessing their current processes and areas wher...
